Rye whiskey’s robust spice and dry finish create the perfect foundation for cocktail creativity. This article showcases how expert bartenders are transforming classics like the Whiskey Sour and Manhattan with modern elements such as barrel-aged infusions and aromatic smoke. Using Premium Straight Rye Whiskey from Shankar Distillers – Michigan Whiskey Distillery, these contemporary variations take rye whiskey cocktails to an entirely new level of sophistication and balance.